Article  Choosing a Napoleon Fireplace in a Gas Fireplace Style A modern fireplace used to be only for the rich and famous: a custom-built, unique fireplace designed especially for a single home, to be used only in that home. Today, however, the modern fireplace has become popular due to its being manufactured by such fireplace giants as Napoleon. This places the Napoleon fireplace on the pinnacle of design, as modern fireplaces are in high demand. Whether you want a linear fireplace, a retro fireplace that looks like a single flame dancing in its cubbyhole or one with a clean face and high definition, look no further than the types of modern fireplaces described herein. The usual modern fireplace is a direct vent fireplace, so we are going to deal specifically with this type of fireplace herein. The linear fireplace by Napoleon is perhaps the most popular type of contemporary fireplace these days. This gas fireplace is landscape in design and is meant to hang on the wall like a picture or a work of art. Indeed, in some cases, this fireplace is an artwork in and of itself. Take, for example, the fireplace with Swarovski crystals embedded in it. This features a necklace of Swarovskis, with black beveled porcelain reflective panels and four patented Crystalites™ beneath it to accentuate the beauty of the Swarovskis. This fireplace spans 48" in length, so it really can make a statement all its own. Another Napoleon one that's popular these days is the Torch fireplace, perhaps the funkiest of the bunch. That's because this fireplace looks like a torch burning in your wall. A slim, single flame that's sexy and sleek makes this Napoleon fireplace really stand out. This direct vent fireplace (also available as a vent free fireplace) is perfect for new construction or remodeling because it has zero clearance and a shallow firebox, so you can install this fireplace in 2x6 framing. The Torch fireplace also has 6000 BTUs, so it'll heat a room up to 300 sq. ft. and make it a cozy den for two. Imagine the romance it will create! The third type of modern direct vent fireplace is the clean face fireplace. The Crystallo™ is one of these contemporary wonders. This has no louvres to create a non-traditional look, and its ember bed features the exclusive Crystaline™ ember bed that enhances the fire presentation for a high definition look. Crystalites™ come with this fireplace, too, and are lights that accent the crystals from below and can also turn this fireplace into a night light. It heats up to 565 sq. ft. with 17,000 BTUs of power, so you can count on this to warm a small room such as a bedroom, bathroom or kitchen. Your modern fireplace will surely be the focal point in your home, so selecting the one that best suits your style is of optimal importance. Make sure to make a statement with the contemporary fireplace you for which you opt. You'll have it for years to come and it will enhance your furnishings perfectly. Now that you know the three main types of modern fireplaces, hopefully you'll be able to select the type that's right for you. Whether you want a linear fireplace, a torch style fireplace or a clean face gas fireplace, you know you can count on it if it's a Napoleon fireplace – a direct vent fireplace such as the ones described herein come with limited lifetime warranties. Category Society Author Anonymous Add To Favorites Print This Article Email Article To A Friend Post Comments   Rate This Article (0) 1 - Poor2345 - Good678910 - Excellent Added On Tue Jan 12th,2010